Overview
Statham Substation is an operational electrical substation in Statham, Georgia, owned and operated by Georgia Power. It operates at 115 kV, serving the local grid.
Statham Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Statham, Georgia, United States. Owned and operated by Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, this facility plays a key role in the regional electrical infrastructure. The substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, classifying it as a sub-transmission or distribution-level asset within the broader grid. As part of the U.S. electrical network, Statham Substation operates under the regulatory framework established by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and adheres to reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). Georgia Power, as a regulated utility, complies with state-level oversight from the Georgia Public Service Commission. The 115 kV voltage level is typical for distribution substations that step down power from higher transmission voltages for local distribution. The substation's location in Statham, a small town in Barrow County, supports the electrical needs of the surrounding community and local businesses. Its operational status ensures grid stability and power delivery to residential and commercial customers in the area. The facility contributes to the reliability of the regional grid, which is part of the larger Eastern Interconnection.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural to suburban area of Statham, Georgia, characterized by mixed land use including residential, agricultural, and light commercial. The 115 kV voltage level indicates it is a distribution substation, which typically has a smaller environmental footprint compared to high-voltage transmission substations. Its location away from sensitive ecological areas reduces potential impacts on local habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Statham Substation is located in Statham, Georgia, United States, at coordinates 33.959377, -83.587224.
Statham Substation is owned and operated by Georgia Power, a major electric utility in the southeastern United States.
Statham Substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV (115,000 volts), which is typical for distribution-level substations.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Statham Substation is subject to FERC regulations and NERC reliability standards, as well as state oversight by the Georgia Public Service Commission.
A 115 kV substation steps down higher transmission voltages for local distribution, supplying power to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the surrounding area.